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Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.

Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Oral Expression, Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Professional Networking, Mentorship, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Leadership Development, Self-Motivation, People Development, Empathy

    5 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    4.8 stars, 76 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (76) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Gestión de la Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Human Resources, Intercultural Competence, Disabilities, Human Resource Policies, Communication Strategies, Vulnerability

    4.8 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IE Business School

    From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Case Studies, Brainstorming, User Research, Ideation, Empathy

    4.7 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Tenacity, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Smart Goals, Creative Problem-Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Creativity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness

    4.8 stars, 26 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Algorithms, Spatial Data Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Geospatial Information and Technology, Pedagogy, K-12 pedagogy, Facebook, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Education and Training, Data Storage, Instructing, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Workplace inclusivity, Geospatial Mapping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Liderazgo para el Siglo XXI: proyecto final

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Storytelling, Experimentation, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Persistence, Leadership, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

    4.9 stars, 317 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (317) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    The Digital Divide

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Community Development, Community Outreach, End User Training and Support, Advocacy, Telecommunications

    4.6 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kotter

    The Science – and Neuroscience – of Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Studies, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Lifelong Learning, Neurology

    4.6 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

    Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecology, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Urology, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.7 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Software Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Strategy, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Sales Process, Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Market Analysis, Sales, Specialized Sales, Technical Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management, Market Opportunities, Customer Engagement, Customer Analysis, Market Dynamics, Value Propositions, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer Communications Management

    4.8 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
  • Gestión de la Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • From Ideas to Impact: Design Thinking for User-Centricity: IE Business School
  • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships: University of California San Diego
  • Liderazgo para el Siglo XXI: proyecto final: Universidad de los Andes
  • The Digital Divide: Goodwill Industries International
  • The Science – and Neuroscience – of Change: Kotter

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